Description
These Maple Spice Scones with Pecans are a delightful blend of warm spices, sweet maple syrup, and crunchy candied pecans, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or afternoon treat, they offer a tender, flaky texture that pairs beautifully with a cup of tea or coffee.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups (240 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) baking powder
- 1 teaspoon (2.5 grams) ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon (1.25 grams) ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.5 grams) salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (115 grams) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) maple syrup
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) candied pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until evenly combined to infuse your scones with warming spice flavors.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the maple syrup and heavy cream thoroughly until well combined, providing the sweet and creamy liquid base for the dough.
- Form the Dough: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the scones tender and flaky.
- Add Pecans: Fold in the chopped candied pecans evenly throughout the dough to add crunchy, sweet bursts in every bite.
- Shape the Scones: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a circle about 1-inch thick, then cut into 8 wedges or use a round cutter for classic scone shapes.
- Bake: Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for expansion. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool: Let the scones cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving, ensuring the perfect texture.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can brush the tops with a little heavy cream before baking to promote browning.
- Use chilled butter to create a flaky texture; cut it into the flour mixture quickly without melting.
- Store scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
- For a vegan alternative, substitute butter with coconut oil and heavy cream with a plant-based milk cream.
